Can vestibular neuritis cause high blood pressure?

Written by Li Rui
Otolaryngology
Updated on September 24, 2024
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Otolithiasis is a relatively common otolaryngologic disease, clinically known as benign paroxysmal positional vertigo. Clinically, it mainly manifests as transient dizziness, but the duration is generally short, and most patients do not experience an increase in blood pressure. If the symptoms of dizziness are particularly severe and the patient is quite anxious, it may cause a temporary increase in blood pressure. However, if the symptoms of dizziness subside, the blood pressure will also decrease. This situation is relatively more pronounced in patients with hypertension. The treatment for otolithiasis primarily involves manual repositioning therapy, which is quite effective for most patients, although a small number of patients may need to combine it with oral medication.

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How is otolithiasis treated?

Ear stone disease is a relatively common otolaryngological disorder, clinically known as benign paroxysmal positional vertigo. It is primarily characterized by short episodes of dizziness, nausea, and vomiting that occur with changes in body position, typically lasting about 10 seconds. The symptoms of vertigo quickly disappear once the body position is stabilized. In terms of treatment, manual repositioning therapy is initially considered and is generally effective for most patients. If manual therapy alone does not yield satisfactory results, treatment using a mechanical rotating chair may be considered. Additionally, some patients may consider oral medication. If conservative treatments fail to provide relief, surgical intervention might be necessary.

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How is otolithiasis diagnosed?

Otolith disease is a relatively common otolaryngological disorder, clinically known as benign paroxysmal positional vertigo. In terms of diagnosis, the first step is to observe clinical symptoms. Otolith disease typically manifests as brief episodes of dizziness, lasting about a few seconds, and is clearly related to changes in body or head position. If the head position is stabilized, the symptoms of dizziness usually disappear quickly, and there is no tinnitus or hearing loss. Additional diagnostic tests can also be conducted, such as positional testing or vestibular function tests. During positional testing, a certain position might trigger a brief episode of dizziness, which helps in identifying the specific semicircular canal involved. In terms of treatment, manual repositioning can be considered, and it is generally quite effective for most patients.

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How to check and confirm otolithiasis

The examination for otolithiasis is usually based on the patient's chief complaint symptoms, as well as by performing positional changes to diagnose. The onset of otolithiasis is caused by the detachment of the otoliths from the utricular macula, falling into the horizontal or superior semicircular canals, thereby triggering vestibular stimulation symptoms. Patients may experience vertigo, nausea, vomiting, and cold sweats among other related symptoms. Patients with otolithiasis usually have a short duration of illness, with the vertigo disappearing within 30 seconds to two minutes. After diagnosing otolithiasis, manual repositioning is typically required to move the otoliths from the semicircular canals back to the normal utricular macula position, thereby improving the patient's symptoms such as vertigo.

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What should I do if I have vomiting due to vestibular neuritis?

Otolithiasis is a relatively common otolaryngological disease. Clinically, symptoms such as nausea and vomiting may occur. When vomiting occurs, it is essential to ensure rest, avoid external stimuli, and refrain from vigorous exercise. Many patients find their symptoms gradually alleviating after rest. Additionally, a positional test can be conducted to determine the specific location of the lesion in the semicircular canals, followed by targeted manual repositioning treatment. If the condition is severe, with prominent symptoms of dizziness, nausea, and vomiting, oral anti-vertigo medications may be considered to help control the condition and alleviate symptoms. (The use of medications should be under the guidance of a professional doctor.)

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Difference between Vertigo and Otolithiasis

Vertigo encompasses a broader concept, including conditions like benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV). Any disease that can cause patients to experience symptoms such as dizziness, spinning sensations, nausea, and vomiting, can be referred to as vertigo. BPPV is simply one common cause of vertigo. It primarily results from otoconia forming in the vestibule's semicircular canals or the utricle and saccule. These otoconia shift with head movements, disrupting the inner ear's lymph fluid, leading to transient episodes of vertigo closely related to body position changes. These episodes, lasting several seconds, can be completely alleviated and are considered a type of vertigo. Additionally, vertigo includes diseases like vestibular neuronitis and Ménière's disease. Therefore, the concept of vertigo is quite broad, and it is crucial to accurately diagnose the cause of vertigo in clinical practice to provide targeted treatment.